ITALIAN WEDDING SOUP - SOUTHERN STYLE

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This is a Southern take on the traditional Italian Wedding Soup. It's from My Family Table by John Besh. This is the version from his PBS TV show. He suggests that this soup be served with corn bread.

Provided by PanNan

Categories     Pork

Time 45m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 lb Italian sausage (casings removed)
1 tablespoon bacon drippings
1/2 onion, diced
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1 egg
1/2 cup long grain white rice (uncooked)
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 quarts chicken broth
1 cup chopped fresh tomato
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce (or use homemade)
1 handful chopped greens (such as mustard or turnip greens)
1 teaspoon fresh thyme
4 fresh basil leaves
4 cups black-eyed peas (cooked or canned)
salt
ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Add the diced onion, 1 clove sliced garlic, egg and rice to the sausage in a mixing bowl. Wet your hands a bit and roll the sausage meat into small meatballs.
  • Heat the bacon drippings in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium-high heat. Sear the meatballs quickly in the bacon fat, so that they are well-browned. Add the chicken broth, 1 clove sliced garlic, red pepper flakes, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and black-eyed peas and bring to a boil. Simmer a few minutes and add the greens, thyme and basil and continue to simmer slowly until the soup is hot and the meatballs and rice are done. Taste and season well with salt and pepper.
  • Divide the meatballs among 6 soup bowls and ladle soup into each bowl.

Jaxon Murray
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I'm not a big fan of Italian wedding soup, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and comforting.


Suma Das
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This soup is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth it. The flavor is amazing.


Md Nobab
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I love the addition of the Parmesan cheese and parsley. It really takes this soup to the next level.


Mahide Hasan
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This soup is a great make-ahead meal. You can make it ahead of time and then just reheat it when you're ready to serve.


Lilly Gonzalez
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I'm not a fan of meatballs, but I love this soup. The broth is so flavorful and the vegetables are perfectly cooked.


Babar killar pubg lite
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This soup is a great way to use up leftover chicken or turkey. It's also a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Jake Ninham
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I've tried many Italian wedding soup recipes, but this one is by far the best. The broth is rich and flavorful, and the meatballs are perfectly cooked.


Wayner Kwandibens
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This soup is a lifesaver on a cold winter day. It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family.


Jae Rodriguez
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I made this soup for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it. The soup is so easy to make and it's perfect for a crowd.


Ginger
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This soup is delicious! The meatballs are so tender and juicy, and the broth is flavorful and comforting. I love the addition of the spinach and Parmesan cheese.


shareef jani
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I'm not a big fan of soup, but this Italian wedding soup is an exception. It's so flavorful and hearty, and the meatballs are to die for. I'll definitely be making this soup again.


Mashal Siraj
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This soup is amazing! I made it for my family last night and they all loved it. The broth was so flavorful and the meatballs were perfect. I will definitely be making this soup again.


Bijay Maharjan
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I've made this soup several times and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's easy to make and the ingredients are affordable. I love the combination of flavors in this soup. The broth is rich and flavorful, the meatballs are tender and ju


Jaber Ali
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This Italian wedding soup is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. The broth is flavorful and the meatballs are tender and juicy. I added some extra vegetables to the soup, such as carrots and celery, to make it even more